Georgia, founded in 1732, is one of the original 13 states. It was named in honor of England's King George II. Georgia is the largest state east of the Mississippi; the state's large size and thriving industries have given it one of its nicknames, theEmpire State of the South. During the Civil War, the fall of Atlanta was a crucial turning point in the defeat of the South. Today, Atlanta, which became Georgia's capital in 1868, is a thriving city with major national corporations, and it is considered the economic and cultural center of the Southeast. The natural beauty and famous seaside resorts of Georgia are a major attraction for tourists. Many beautiful monuments and parks, including reminders of important Civil War battles and heroes, dot the Georgia countryside.Source: http://usa.usembassy.de/georgia.htm
Symbols of Georgia
The Georgia flag has three red and white stripes and the state coat of arms on a blue field in the upper left corner. Thirteen stars surrounding the seal denotes Georgia's position as one of the original thirteen colonies. On the seal three pillars supporting an arch represent the three branches of government; legislative, judicial and executive. A man with sword drawn is defending the Constitution, whose principles are wisdom, justice and moderation. The date 1776 represents the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
Flag adopted May 8th, 2003
Capital: Atlanta Nickname: Peach State/ Goober State/Empire State of the South Motto: Wisdom, justice, and moderation Statehood: January 2, 1788 (4th) Land Area: 57,919 square miles; 21st largest Bird: Brown Thrasher Flower: Cherokee Rose Tree: Live Oak Song: Georgia on My Mind
Georgia
Source: http://www.nationalatlas.govAbout Georgia
Georgia, founded in 1732, is one of the original 13 states. It was named in honor of England's King George II. Georgia is the largest state east of the Mississippi; the state's large size and thriving industries have given it one of its nicknames, theEmpire State of the South. During the Civil War, the fall of Atlanta was a crucial turning point in the defeat of the South. Today, Atlanta, which became Georgia's capital in 1868, is a thriving city with major national corporations, and it is considered the economic and cultural center of the Southeast. The natural beauty and famous seaside resorts of Georgia are a major attraction for tourists. Many beautiful monuments and parks, including reminders of important Civil War battles and heroes, dot the Georgia countryside. Source: http://usa.usembassy.de/georgia.htm
Symbols of Georgia
The Georgia flag has three red and white stripes and the state coat of arms on a blue field in the upper left corner. Thirteen stars surrounding the seal denotes Georgia's position as one of the original thirteen colonies. On the seal three pillars supporting an arch represent the three branches of government; legislative, judicial and executive. A man with sword drawn is defending the Constitution, whose principles are wisdom, justice and moderation. The date 1776 represents the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
Flag adopted May 8th, 2003
Source: http://www.50states.com/flag/gaflag.htm
State Seal
State Facts
Capital: Atlanta
Nickname: Peach State/ Goober State/Empire State of the South
Motto: Wisdom, justice, and moderation
Statehood: January 2, 1788 (4th)
Land Area: 57,919 square miles; 21st largest
Bird: Brown Thrasher
Flower: Cherokee Rose
Tree: Live Oak
Song: Georgia on My Mind
Source: http://bensguide.gpo.gov/3-5/state/georgia.html
Population & Cities
Population: 9,685,744
Largest City: Atlanta
Second Largest City: Augusta
Persons Per Square Mile: 141
Source: http://www.census.gov/schools/facts/georgia.html
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